The average train between Penrith and Skegness takes 7h 18m and the fastest train takes 6h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Skegness. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Penrith and Skegness. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Skegness at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 7h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 6m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penrith to Skegness? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Skegness station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.
Penrith to Skegness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Skegness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Skegness station.
Book your Penrith to Skegness train tickets online with TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Penrith and Skegness is 264 km. The road distance is 427 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Skegness via Manchester Piccadilly and Nottingham in around 7h 13m.